§ 62-3669. Exemptions.

Alterations within the surface water protection buffer set forth in subsections (1)—(3) of this subsection shall be exempt from a county surface water permit under this division, provided that the conditions set forth in subsection (4) of this subsection are met:

(1)

The construction of up to 250 square feet of impervious surfaces including, but not limited, to decks, paver stones, and walkways. Except for properties on existing residential canals, impervious areas shall not exceed 30 percent of the required buffer area. Impervious surfaces shall not convey drainage into the surface water protection buffer.

(2)

The construction of elevated walkways, not to exceed five feet in width.

(3)

The removal of non-native invasive plants in accordance with chapter 62, article XIII, division 2.

(4)

Alterations identified in subsections (1)—(3) of this subsection shall meet the following criteria:

a.

Stormwater management is provided in accordance with subsection 62-3666(3); and

b.

The alteration does not necessitate the removal of protected native vegetation in accordance with chapter 62, article XIII, division 2; and

c.

The alteration does not impact wetlands in accordance with chapter 62 article X, division 4; and

d.

The alteration is allowable in accordance with subsection 62-3667; and

e.

Applicants shall be subject to and responsible for obtaining all additional necessary Federal, State, local, and building permits, as applicable.

(Ord. No. 2011-15, § 9, 5-10-11)